2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Magna | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2451 mm |